1. Tips on Project Management Fall 2009
University of Houston - Clear Lake
Tips on Project Management Fall 2009
Presented by: Dr. Bun Yue Chair, Division of Computing and Mathematics August, 2000

2. Software Process
Adopt a formal/informal process approved by the mentor/instructor.

3. Documentation Not an afterthought.
Thinking about writing the technical report and making presentations at day 1.

4. Communications: Email
A must
Asynchronous
Multiple recipients
Not reliable
Searchable archive

5. Email Communications Be considerate Be specific Be timely
Follow up promptly
Be clear

6. Meetings Can be counterproductive? Need to work: Before the meeting
During the meeting
After the meeting

7. Meeting Scheduling Need lead time
Submit a list of time slots good for all team members
Follow up promptly

8. Before the meeting Discuss questions to be asked Assign questions
Write and send agenda
Request additional resources

9. During the meeting Ensure everyone participates.
Stay clear purpose of meeting early.
Summarize discussions, decisions and action items.
Write extensive notes

10. After the meeting Compare notes and reach consensus understanding
Write minutes
Follow up with action items
Send and post minutes; ask for feedback.

11. Questions?